What is osteochondritis dissecans?
Osteochondritis dissecans is a joint condition whereby a variable amount of bone and its adjacent cartilage loses its blood supply. It can involve the bone and cartilage of virtually any joint. Elbows and knees are most commonly affected.
How do members experience osteochondritis dissecans?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with osteochondritis dissecans*
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Pain
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for osteochondritis dissecans*
Who has osteochondritis dissecans on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 2 | |
| 20s | 10 | |
| 30s | 8 | |
| 40s | 20 | |
| 50s | 10 | |
| 60s | 7 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 17 | |
| Female | 36 |